ColorLume®
ColorLume® is Swan Swee’s coated steel finish range for roofing and cladding applications. It is available in SMP and PVDF options, giving you flexibility based on project exposure, design intent, and budget. ColourLume SMP & PVDF
ColorLume SMP is a cost-effective choice for general roofing and cladding use. ColorLume PVDF is the premium option for projects that need stronger UV resistance, better color retention, and higher long-term durability.
ColorLume® SMP
Property
Details
Coating Type
Silicone Modified Polyester
Trade Name
SILKSTAR® 500 (AkzoNobel)
Base Coating
AZ200 (55% Al, 43.3% Zn, 1.6% Si) — AS1397:2021
Finish
Smooth / Low-Gloss
UV Resistance
Good
Durability
Moderate — general use
Best For
Residential, commercial, standard projects
Cost
Cost-effective
ColorLume® PVDF
Property
Details
Coating Type
Polyvinylidene Fluoride (≥70% PVDF)
Trade Name
TRINAR® 5000 (AkzoNobel)
Base Coating
AZ200 (55% Al, 43.3% Zn, 1.6% Si) — AS1397:2021
Standard
AAMA 621-02 compliant
Finish
High-gloss, Ultra-low-gloss, Metallic
UV Resistance
Excellent
Colour Retention
Excellent — long-term stability
Durability
High — premium performance
Best For
Architectural, coastal, high-end projects
Important: When specifying a PVDF system, ensure ≥70% PVDF content meeting AAMA 621-02. Lower-quality 30–50% PVDF blends fail AAMA 2605-13 standards. ColorLume® PVDF uses AkzoNobel TRINAR® 5000 which meets this requirement.
Available colours: Royal Off White · Royal Blue · Royal Dark Grey · Royal Red · Royal Beige · Royal Green · Royal Light Grey · Royal Sky Blue · Royal Silver · Royal Brown